Stuart Briscoe wrote, "In light of the widespread disinterest in holiness in the church, and the deep distrust outside the church . . . it is not surprising that the subject is often treated with benign neglect by the church."

As Christendom is increasingly under attack by the forces of atheism and unbelief, it is important for the Church of the Nazarene to periodically review her "story." There is no better place to begin that review than with our Manual.